Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze vs Tudor Black Bay Pro
Ref. M79012M-0001 vs Ref. M79470-0001
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze and Tudor Black Bay Pro both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze as a dive watch and the Tudor Black Bay Pro as a gmt / travel watch. At $4,575 and $4,475 respectively, the question isn't which is better — it's which better fits your collection and investment goals.
Price Comparison
Tudor
Black Bay 58 Bronze
Tudor
Black Bay Pro
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze is listed at $4,575 while the Tudor Black Bay Pro comes in at $4,475. The two watches are priced within $100 of each other, making this a near-even matchup in terms of cost. On the secondary market, the gap widens: the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze trades around $4,200 and the Tudor Black Bay Pro around $4,028, a difference of $172 favoring the Tudor Black Bay Pro. Currently holding steady at just 8% below retail, this watch retains most of its value on the secondary market. The Tudor Black Bay Pro shows a more modest market premium of -10.0%, holding steady. Both watches score equally on flip potential at 2/10, making neither a clear investment winner over the other.
Specifications
| Specification | Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze | Tudor Black Bay Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 39mm | 39mm |
| Case Thickness | 11.9mm | 12.3mm |
| Case Material | Aluminum bronze alloy | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating bezel with aluminum bronze insert | Fixed bezel with 24-hour graduated scale in black |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 200m / 660ft | 200m / 660ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre MT5400 | Tudor Calibre MT5652 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 70 hours | 70 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Brown leather strap with bronze buckle | Stainless steel with riveted-style links |
| Clasp | Pin buckle in bronze | Folding clasp with safety catch and micro-adjustment |
| Lug Width | 20mm | 20mm |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze uses Aluminum bronze alloy while the Tudor Black Bay Pro opts for Stainless steel. With 4 notable spec differences in total, the choice depends on which features matter most to your use case.
Value Per Feature
Per millimeter of case diameter, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze costs $108 versus $103 for the Tudor Black Bay Pro. For water resistance, the Tudor Black Bay Pro delivers better value per meter of depth rating. The Tudor Black Bay Pro offers more power reserve per dollar spent.
Which Should You Buy?
Choose the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze if you value better value retention, serious diving capabilities. Go with the Tudor Black Bay Pro if you prioritize a lower entry price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze or the Tudor Black Bay Pro?
The Tudor Black Bay Pro is more accessible, priced at $4,475 compared to $4,575.
Which holds its value better on the secondary market?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze currently trades at 8.2% below retail, indicating moderate value retention on the pre-owned market.
How do the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze and Tudor Black Bay Pro compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze measures 39mm in diameter and 11.9mm thick, while the Tudor Black Bay Pro is 39mm by 12.3mm.
What movements do these watches use?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze uses the Tudor Calibre MT5400 with 70 hours power reserve, while the Tudor Black Bay Pro runs on the Tudor Calibre MT5652 offering 70 hours of power reserve.